Staff Accountant | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $84,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in staff accountant? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Plainwell seeking experienced Staff Accountants.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Plainwell that are adding Staff Accountants to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• - Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• - Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• - Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• - Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
• - Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.
• - Assist with inventory costing and valuation.
• - Participate in internal control testing and audits.
• - Generate various financial reports for management.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in GAAP and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with ERP systems specific to manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor)
• - Familiarity with cost accounting principles and inventory valuation methods
• - Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
• - Understanding of production processes and their impact on financial reporting

Job Titles That Should Apply

Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant, Associate Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, CPA, General Ledger Accountant, Financial Accountant, Corporate Accountant, Senior Financial Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.